Arugula is a plant whose leaves, flowers and stems can be eaten, and oil is made from grass seeds. It is not particularly successful, although it has amazing properties. Arugula oil was first used in ancient Rome. In those days he was considered an aphrodisiac.
Chemical composition
Plant oil can be used not only as a dietary supplement, but also as one of the components of homemade face and hair masks, firming products for nails, and nourishing body cream.
The composition of the oil includes such useful trace elements as:
- vitamin A;
- B vitamins;
- vitamin C;
- vitamin K;
- Vitamin E
- magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, iron, potassium permanganate, copper, magnesium.
In addition, the plant contains tannins that cleanse the skin well, as well as flavonoids with anti-inflammatory effect.
Arugula has a large amount of fiber. Therefore, drinking a few tablespoons of the oil of this plant, you can improve the body and feel full after some time.
Useful properties of ingesting a herb
The benefits and harms of arugula have been described by ancient scientists. Over time, the list of useful properties only expanded. So, using arugula oil, you can:
- Improve the condition of the digestive tract and nervous system.
- Increase the body's resistance to viral and other diseases. Therefore, in some countries, this plant is started to be consumed in late summer and early autumn to prevent seasonal colds and flu.
- To increase male potency, and also to avoid enlargement of the prostate gland.
- To prevent cancer.
- Cure chronic ulcers and gastritis.
- Reduce and stabilize blood sugar, as well as eliminate the possibility of diabetes.
- Increase the amount of milk in women while breastfeeding.
- To help the body absorb iron faster, which, in turn, will relieve anemia and low hemoglobin levels.
- Prevent diseases of the genitourinary system.
- Normalize blood pressure.
Arugula is an excellent remedy with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and sedative properties.
Benefits of external use of oil
Arugula in its properties is similar to celandine, so it will help get rid of freckles, age spots, corns and warts. Also, this tool is used to reduce the activity of the sebaceous glands. Oil from arugula leaves has anti-inflammatory characteristics, so it is used to disinfect wounds and other inflammations.
Regular use of this herb will make your skin:
- smooth;
- velvet
- cleared of acne and sore spots;
- bleached;
- elastic.
In addition, oil from rocket salad is used to get rid of dermatitis.
Disadvantages of using
The benefits and harms of arugula have already been appreciated by many girls, however, it is necessary to be very careful about contraindications. Using this herb may result in a worsening condition or aggravate some chronic diseases. So:
- The use of a large amount of arugula during pregnancy can negatively affect the tone of the uterus and lead to miscarriage.
- The plant has a predominantly burning taste, so it is not recommended for people with a stomach ulcer, gastritis and high acidity.
- Arugula oil in large volumes can lead to an allergic reaction, that is, due to the phytoncides contained in it, individual intolerance to the components may occur.
- It is better to refuse the use of oil if a person has diseases of the kidneys and liver.
Arugula should not be taken if a person has chronic diseases.
Face application
There are several recipes for masks that can help get rid of facial skin problems:
- To solve the problem of age spots and freckles, you need to mix half a liter of olive oil and 0.2 kg of crushed arugula. Infuse the mixture for about 2 weeks. Then, the resulting product can be applied to the skin of the face.
- Another way to get rid of pigmentation is to apply the arugula oil directly on the spot with the defect. For this, a moistened cotton pad is applied and glued with a band-aid overnight.
- A mask is used to rejuvenate the face: 100 ml of arugula oil and 0.1 kg of finely chopped olives are mixed. This mask is applied for half an hour, and then washed off with water at room temperature.
- To get rid of wrinkles in a blender combine 5 leaves of arugula, 5 ml of olive oil and one egg white. The mask is applied to the face, neck and décolleté area for half an hour, and then washed off with warm water. This mask is used 3 times a week in the evening.
- To cleanse the skin of makeup, oil is applied to a cotton pad and rubbed on the face. Then they wait a minute and rinse off with a wet or dry cotton pad. The oil is able to dissolve even the most persistent cosmetics and cleanse the skin.
According to the instructions for use, oil from the seeds of arugula is able to make a tightened face without defects.
Using Arugula Oil for Hair
The healing properties of arugula have already been appreciated by many people from around the world. Plant oil is used as a hair care product to:
- nourish follicles and hair follicles with vitamins;
- strengthen curls and restore their structure;
- moisturize and protect the strands from the negative effects of the environment;
- normalize the production of sebum;
- get rid of dandruff and seborrhea.
This tool can be used for people with any type of hair.
Effective arugula oil masks for hair:
- To strengthen the hair, it is necessary to warm up 30 ml of plant oil and rub into the roots of curls for 10-15 minutes. Then leave for a quarter of an hour and rinse off with warm water at the end.
- To prevent hair loss, you can mix 30 ml of almond oil and arugula. Then apply with massaging movements on the scalp. After an hour, rinse the strands with water.
- To get rid of dandruff, you need to combine in equal quantities (30 ml) broccoli extract and arugula oil. The resulting mixture is applied to the hair for 60 minutes, then washed thoroughly with water.
- To give hair shine and lay naughty curls, 30 ml of ruccola and burdock oil are mixed in a container, then rubbed into strands and left for an hour. After the time is washed off with warm running water.
After several procedures, many women note that the hair became softer, acquired a natural shine, itching and dandruff disappeared.
The use of rocket salad oil for body care
Arugula oil (also called arugula) is used not only as a hair and facial skin care product, but also for the beauty of the whole body. So, the following are related to popular ways of using plants:
- The use of oil for massage. To do this, a small amount is added to the main massage tool. The resulting composition favorably affects the skin of the whole body, removing irritation and removing inflammation.
- Arugula oil will help restore the beauty of eyebrows and eyelashes. Before going to bed, a cotton swab is moistened in a liquid and applied to the skin around the eyelashes and eyebrows.
- This oil is actively used to lose weight. It is drunk on an empty stomach in 1 small spoon or seasoned salads.
In addition, oil is added to shampoos, balms, conditioners and other cosmetics.
The healing properties of arugula
Arugula oil, the properties and application of which have already found its positive reviews, is constantly expanding its circle of fans. So, with it you can cure:
- Anemia This oil is rich in iron, so regular consumption will replenish the supply of the missing trace element. In small doses, it can be used by pregnant women, however, only as prescribed by a doctor.
- Thanks to the flavonoids and iodine contained in it, arugula oil cleanses the body of cholesterol. Restores vascular function in atherosclerosis.
- Using oil, arugula improves eyesight.
This amazing plant with universal properties is able to cure many diseases and get rid of a variety of cosmetic defects.